Category: Accessibility Tips

Accessible Transportation Facility Design

Accessibility Services is part of an exciting initiative with SUNY Buffalo’s Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access (IDeA) in regards to public transportation for people with disabilities. The

Accessibility Should Not Be An Afterthought

Too often our staffs at Accessibility Services meet designers who are unfamiliar with the building blocks of good accessible design, and who produce work that fails to meet the

Access Required in Existing Buildings

During the International Code Council hearings in Baltimore on November 5, 2009, the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) Committee voted to require existing residential occupancies undergoing alterations to comply

Liability Under Fair Housing Act

In our summer issue we discussed liability of architects and contractors under the Americans with Disabilities Act. In this issue we will discuss their liability under the federal Fair

Meet the Newest Member of the Accessibility Services Team

Accessibility Services is proud to announce the addition of Jimmy J. Zuehl to the Accessibility Services staff. Jimmy has been working in the field of architecture for over 10

Liability under the ADA – Architects & Contractors

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), 42 USC 12181 et seq. prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities in the design and construction of public accommodations and commercial facilities. Examples
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